promise
Tori Amos feat. Natashya Hawley Lyrics
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That you told me so
Promise not to say
That I'm getting too old
Promise not to take
Never take your phone
I mean take their word
What I need to know, will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
I will be there
Will you
Promise not to judge
To judge who you love
I don't know if I
Yes, make that Promise
Whatever it is
Can you hear the truth
If they accuse me
You think I'll doubt you?
What I need to know, will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
I will be there
Will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
When I am all alone
You're not alone
When I am broken down
We all break down
When every door is closed
There is one more
Will you look for me?
I will rescue you
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
Where the sun shines
I will be there
I will be there
I will be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
This song, "Promise" by Tori Amos, is a deeply emotional and heartfelt expression of love and trust. The song begins with the request that the person not say "I told you so" or make comments about aging. The singer then asks the person to promise not to take anyone else's side over theirs, and to be there for them in times of need. The repeated phrase "Be there, Be there, Be there" emphasizes the importance of this promise.
As the song continues, the singer asks the person to promise not to judge her for the person she loves, and to be able to hear the truth even if someone accuses her of something. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the importance of being there for each other.
In the third verse, the singer acknowledges that everyone experiences times of loneliness and brokenness, and asks if the person will look for her and rescue her in these moments. The song ends with the reassurance that wherever the sun shines, the singer will be there, and she asks again, "Will you?"
Overall, the song is a beautiful expression of trust, love and commitment. It touches on themes of aging, judgment, and loneliness, but ultimately emphasizes the importance of being there for each other in all circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Promise not to say
That you told me so
Do not say 'I told you so' if something goes wrong
Promise not to say
That I'm getting too old
Do not comment on my age or imply that I am losing my abilities due to my age
Promise not to take
Never take your phone
Do not take their call or message
I mean take their word
You mean over yours?
What I need to know, will you
Do you trust them more than me? Will you tell me the truth?
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
I will be there for you when you need me, like the sun shining and as your supporter and guide
Promise not to judge
To judge who you love
I don't know if I
Yes, make that Promise
Whatever it is
Can you hear the truth
If they accuse me
You think I'll doubt you?
What I need to know, will you
Promise me that you will not judge me for who I love. Can I trust you to hear the truth, and not doubt me if someone accuses me of something?
When I am all alone
You're not alone
When I am broken down
We all break down
When every door is closed
There is one more
Will you look for me?
I will rescue you
When I feel alone or broken, will you be there for me? Will you try to help me even when it seems like everything is going wrong? I will do the same for you.
I will be there
I will always be there for you
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: MYRA ELLEN TORI AMOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Promise not to say
That you told me so
Promise not to say
That I'm getting too old
Promise not to take
Never take your phone
I mean take their word
You mean over yours?
What I need to know, will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
I will be there
Will you
Promise not to judge
To judge who you love
I don't know if I
Yes, make that Promise
Whatever it is
Can you hear the truth
If they accuse me
You think I'll doubt you?
What I need to know, will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
I will be there
Will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
When I am all alone
You're not alone
When I am broken down
We all break down
When every door is closed
There is one more
Will you look for me?
I will rescue you
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
Where the sun shines
I will be there
I will be there
I will be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Михаил Сергопольцев
Обещай мне не говорить:
«Я тебя предупреждала».
Обещай мне не говорить,
Что я сильно постарела.
Обещай мне не брать…
Никогда не брать твой телефон?
Я хочу сказать, пусть их слова не берут…
Ты имеешь в виду «верх над твоими»?
Что мне необходимо знать —
Это будешь ли ты рядом,
Рядом, рядом,
Рядом, рядом,
Рядом?
Я буду там,
Где светит солнце.
Ты свет,
Который следует за тобой повсюду.
Ищи мою любовь там,
Где светит солнце.
Я буду там.
Ты правда там будешь?
Обещай не осуждать...
Не осуждать тех, кого ты любишь?
Я не знаю, смогу ли я…
Пожалуйста, обещай мне это.
Обещаю, обещаю.
Ты сможешь понять на чьей стороне правда,
Если они станут обвинять меня?
Ты думаешь, я усомнюсь в тебе?
Что мне важно знать —
Так это будешь ли ты рядом,
Рядом, рядом,
Рядом, рядом,
Рядом?
Я буду там,
Где светит солнце.
Ты свет,
Который следует за тобой повсюду.
Ищи мою любовь там,
Где светит солнце.
Я буду там,
А ты, а ты
Будешь там? Будешь там?
Будешь там?
Будешь там? Будешь там?
Будешь там?
Когда мне бывает одиноко…
Ты не одна!
Когда я унываю…
Мы все иногда унываем!
Когда все двери закрыты…
Всегда находится одна открытая!
Ты станешь искать меня?
Я тебя спасу.
Я буду там,
Где светит солнце.
Ты свет,
Который следует за тобой повсюду.
Ищи мою любовь там,
Где светит солнце,
Где светит солнце.
Я буду там,
Я буду там,
Я буду там.
Там, там, там.
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Promise
Song by Tori Amos
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Promise not to say
That you told me so
Promise not to say
That I'm getting too old
Promise not to take
Never take your phone
I mean take their word
You mean over yours?
What I need to know, will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
I will be there
Will you
Promise not to judge
To judge who you love
I don't know if I
Yes, make that Promise
Whatever it is
Can you hear the truth
If they accuse me
You think I'll doubt you?
What I need to know, will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
I will be there
Will you
Be there, Be there, Be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
When I am all alone
You're not alone
When I am broken down
We all break down
When every door is closed
There is one more
Will you look for me?
I will rescue you
Where the sun shines
I will be there
You are the light
That follows you everywhere
And look for my love
Where the sun shines
Where the sun shines
I will be there
I will be there
I will be there
Be there, Be there, Be there
Poenut
Okay, tears are streaming now, heh. I've been a fan of Tori since my angsty 90's teens. Her music has pulled me through some of the most trying times of my life....and now...here she is...all these years later...singing with her daughter. Beautiful.
DMHQ - Administration
gives you a hug 🤗
Phil Marriott
Completely agree! Such a beautiful and poignant moment.
Kay Tea
Your words gave me goosebumps and ... tears, too. Thank you ... 🙄🥰
Michele Levy
@StopMoColorado what seems to be the problem? Fallow Tori"s advice-
maybe its time of day for u too " take to the sky".🍄🦋
Shae C
Our daughters need Toris original songs now.
Johnny Richardson
I love this song.....I have a very strong relationship with my parents.....as a gay man, I was lucky to be blessed with accepting and supportive parents and I appreciate them for the life that I was allowed to have.....this song makes me cry.....I cry for the love that I was given and I also cry for those that didn't get the love they needed.
Tessa pompino
That's beautiful and I hope you get all the love and support you need thanks for sharing this
harpsailor harp
kind words xx
David Armillie
I love your heart felt response to this and I agree completely!!!